The Grand Hotel

4.0 star property
On beach with indoor pool for sandy fun near Princess Theatre

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Front of property - evening/night
Family Room, Sea View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Indoor wedding
Lobby
On the beach

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Seafront, Torquay, England, TQ2 6NT
  • Torre Abbey Sands
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Princess Theatre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Babbacombe Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room (Inland)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Double Room (Compact)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room (Inland)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room (Inland)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room (Inland)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Torquay

Located in Torquay City Centre, The Grand Hotel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Riviera International Conference Centre and Princess Theatre. This 132-room, 4-star hotel has a full-service spa along with an indoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Torre Abbey Sands - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Riviera International Conference Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Babbacombe Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Torquay Station - 3 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Torquay Railway Station - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Loungers Visto Lounge - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pier Point - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bull & Bush - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bistrot Pierre - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Grand Hotel

On beach with indoor pool for sandy fun near Princess Theatre
Guests of The Grand Hotel enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a children's pool. Self parking is offered for GBP 10 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are also available.
An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include massages.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 10 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Covered self parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Compass Lounge
  • Restaurant 1881

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (34 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (42 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 24 to December 27:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: GBP 10 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 10 per day (33 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Grand Hotel Torquay
Grand Torquay
The Grand Hotel Hotel
The Grand Hotel Torquay
The Grand Hotel Hotel Torquay

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Grand Hotel?

The Grand Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Grand Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Torquay City Centre, just steps from Torre Abbey Sands, and within a 10-minute walk of Torre Abbey and Cockington Country Park. You'll also find Princess Theatre and Inner Harbour less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Grand Hotel?

Yes, covered parking is offered for GBP 10 per night. Accessible parking and bicycle parking are also available.

Is a spa located at The Grand Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include couples treatments and massages.

Does The Grand Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, The Grand Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Grand Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from May until September.

Is The Grand Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an indoor pool, a bar, and an ocean-view restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Grand Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Grand Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Grand Hotel serves an English breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Restaurant 1881.

Does The Grand Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Grand Hotel for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at The Grand Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to The Grand Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Grand Hotel is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.), which is 27.1 mi away (39 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Grand Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Grand Hotel.

Does The Grand Hotel host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Grand Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

The Grand Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 411 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1002 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl-Lynn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location right on the sea front

Good location, spacious room. Bed was okay, but excellent food and room service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sylwia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were as usual friendly and helpful. In a lovely position on the front. What lets the Grand down is the lack of parking, they have now lost free parking in the rail station, so you can park in a rugby ground over the road for £5 per day or in their "garage " which is really a large shed for £10 . Having said that we really love the hotel and will come back 2 or 3 times a year as usual.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend away

Great location, friendly staff. Very nice room, warm and comfortable bed. Hot reliable water. Very good breakfast and dinner. Swimmers pool a little tiered and cooler in the changing rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs S S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Faded grandeur

Time is relentless but they are trying hard to reverse its effects....The beds are amazing but why cant they wait the outside of the building....it would look amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Caren

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Quick break away

Warm welcome, quick check in. Lovely, large area with comfortable settees to sit in and enjoy a view of the sea. Room (standard double) a reasonable size, comfortable bed. Bathroom was a little dated and the shower was tiny- would’ve been better to have an over the bath shower or my preference take the bath out and have a large walk in shower! Breakfast was quite good - good choice of hot and cold items but cheap orange juice. Lovely view of the sea while having breakfast. Tried to book the restaurant for an evening meal but couldn’t as the restaurant was at capacity and therefore the bistro was closed as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lina

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

RONALD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms could do with some updating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just for one night to celebrate Wife's Birthday - Thoroughly enjoyable Food was superb !!- we'll be back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy to support historic buildings

The hotel is very handy from the railway station. The bar area was a delight to relax in, with the chap playing the baby grand. The chairs are comfy but low for eating from (for me 5'4) The restaurant is colourful and the breakfast was good. I was in a room at the back of the hotel and the decor was simple, the room was fine though (i like the old furnitire) and warm enough for me (im a cold person) but maybe a little overpriced. The front rooms , with the views, may be more worth the money (but i was only for 1 night arriving late so no need for a view) I would like to see refilled bottles for bathroom products rather than 'disposables'. I liked the local art at affordable prices in the cabinets.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely traditional hotel overlooking the bay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

marcus

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed for a work trip, very close to centre of Torquay, free street parking. Staff helpful. Good breakfast buffet. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Very friendly staff and great food
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Room comfort

Very average

We stayed a few years ago and very much enjoyed the pool, hot tub, steam & sauna room. We didn’t realise that due to the fire in 2022 that the only thing remaining was the pool. The changing room was freezing and the pool freezing, someone mentioned they were painting in the day and had the doors open to dry the paint. Very disappointing. We would not come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay at The Grand

We stayed in the hotel, as we held our joint 50th party there. We stayed in a standard double room and found it to be clean and comfortable, and perfect for our needs. The breakfast was delicious, with a good amount of choice. All of the staff were professional and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Torquay Hotel

Great place to stay in torquay, friendly staff, nice room, good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disappointed

I have stayed here last year and it has gone downhill the furniture in the bedroom was scratched and worn, the TV reception was terrible. Biggest disappointment was the breakfast at time I stayed there was a choice of menu freshly cooked this time help yourself that was one of the main reasons for staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025